Routine Anticoagulation for Venous Thromboembolism Prevention Following Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass

Abstract

Adequate VTE prophylaxis is achieved using SCDs, early ambulation, emphasis on hydration, and shorter operating times. Bariatric surgery can be safely performed without pharmacologic VTE prophylaxis in all but the high-risk population. Fewer bleeding complications occur without the use of anticoagulants.